Apartment Groundskeeper

Full‑Time | M–F 8:30–5:30 | No evenings. No weekends.

Van Buren Village Apartments is a beautifully maintained 41‑acre community in Southeast Kettering, and we’re hiring a Full‑Time Groundskeeper to help keep our property clean, safe, and welcoming for residents.

This role is more cleaning and upkeep than landscaping — perfect for someone who enjoys keeping things neat, organized, and looking their best. If you have janitorial, grounds, or general cleaning experience, you’ll fit right in. Must enjoy working in the all weather conditions.

Stable daytime schedule — no nights, no weekends

Work for a Top Places to Work recognized national company

Strong benefits that support you and your family long‑term

A friendly, supportive onsite team and a beautiful property to work on

Learn more about Monarch at: www.monarchinvestment.com/careers

80 hours PTO in year 1 → 120 hours after 2 years → 150 hours after 5 years

Paid holidays including your birthday or work anniversary

20% rent discount at any Monarch community after 30 days

FREE apartment after 10 years of employment

Medical, Dental, Vision (medical starting at under $50 /month )

Matching 401(k) up to $4,000 annually

Maintenance tech training, certifications & college tuition assistance

$100 boot and pant reimbursement

Annual Monarch outings & more

Maintain the overall cleanliness of exterior areas: parking lots, curbs, hallways, dumpster areas, playgrounds, sport courts

Seasonal cleanup: flower beds, planting, raking, fertilizing, leaf removal

Light tree/bush trimming

Snow removal when needed

Assist maintenance staff with basic tasks (moving appliances, inspections, preventative maintenance)

Issue pet violation notices when applicable

Maintain a professional, positive attitude with residents and staff

Follow all OSHA and Monarch safety procedures

General groundskeeping or landscaping knowledge

Ability to safely operate landscape equipment

Willingness to learn OSHA compliance within 15 days

Irrigation knowledge (preferred but not required)

Strong customer service and a team‑focused attitude

This role requires pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check and a drug screening.